The business end of the NRL season has arrived with a host of injuries and suspensions to key players rocking the competition.
Reece Walsh and Nathan Cleary remain on their club's respective casualty wards, while key Roosters trio Sam Walker, Brandon Smith and Victor Radley joined them ahead of the finals in a bitter blow.
The Sporting News provides all the latest injury news from across the NRL.
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BRISBANE BRONCOS
| PLAYER | ISSUE | RETURN |
|---|---|---|
| Deine Mariner | Illness | Round 27 |
| Kobe Hetherington | Concussion | Round 27 |
| Reece Walsh | Hand | 2025 |
| Payne Haas | Foot | 2025 |
| Brendan Piakura | Ankle | 2025 |
| Kotoni Staggs | Quad | 2025 |
| Tyson Smoothy | Ankle | 2025 |
| Jack Gosiewski | Arm | 2025 |
| Jock Madden | Hamstring | 2025 |
| Xavier Willison | Suspension | 2025 |
| Ezra Mam | Foot | 2025 |
Broncos injury news:
Deine Mariner was a late withdrawal for Round 26 due to illness but will return this week.
Kobe Hetherington failed a HIA in Round 25 against the Eels but will return in the last game of the season.
Reece Walsh pushed through the pain barrier in Round 23 with scans later revealing he suffered a metacarpal fracture. The fullback was included in the extended squad for Round 27 but will not play.
Payne Haas made an early return from a foot issue in Round 26 but with the club's finals hopes all over, the forward has been sent for surgery which is expected to sideline him for around three months.
Brendan Piakura suffered a syndesmosis injury during the loss to the Dolphins in Round 26, while Kotoni Staggs suffered a quad injury. The duo won't play again for the Broncos this year.
Jack Gosiewski suffered a broken arm just a few minutes into his side's game against the Warriors in Round 17.
Jock Madden suffered a torn hamstring against the Panthers in Round 18 and did not feature again.
Xavier Willison copped a one-game ban for a high tackle in Round 26 and will miss his side's last game of the season.
Ezra Mam suffered a syndesmosis injury in the first half of Brisbane's match against the Titans in Round 22 and will miss the remainder of the season.
CANBERRA RAIDERS
| PLAYER | ISSUE | RETURN |
|---|---|---|
| Jamal Fogarty | Hamstring | Round 27 |
| Ethan Strange | Calf | Round 27 |
| Elliott Whitehead | Suspension | 2025 |
| Jordan Rapana | Cheekbone | 2025 |
| Pasami Saulo | Back | 2025 |
| Zac Hosking | Shoulder | 2025 |
| Corey Harawira-Naera | Medical | 2025 |
Raiders injury news:
Jamal Fogarty was ruled out of Round 26 with a hamstring issue but is back on deck this week.
Ethan Strange was sidelined with a calf injury ahead of Round 25. He has been named to return this week.
Elliott Whitehead has played his last game for the Raiders after copping a three-match ban for a hip drop tackle on Brandon Smith in Round 26.
Jordan Rapana has played his last game for the Raiders after suffering a fractured cheekbone in Round 26.
Pasami Saulo was sidelined in Round 9 due to a lower back injury with the forward to miss the remainder of the year.
Zac Hosking suffered a shoulder issue during his side's loss to the Bulldogs in Round 22 and has been ruled out for the rest of the season after undergoing surgery.
Corey Harawira-Naera's future remains clouded with the backrower facing early retirement after suffering a seizure last season.
CANTERBURY BULLDOGS
| PLAYER | ISSUE | RETURN |
|---|---|---|
| Matt Burton | Concussion | TBC |
| Stephen Crichton | Suspension | Round 27 |
| Blake Taaffe | Ankle | Round 27 |
| Bronson Xerri | Suspension | Finals |
| Kurt Mann | Clavicle | 2025 |
| Blake Wilson | Ankle | 2025 |
| Ryan Sutton | Knee | 2025 |
| Karl Oloapu | Neck | 2025 |
Bulldogs injury news:
Matt Burton exited the field in Round 26 after a head knock and will miss at least one week.
Stephen Crichton has served a one-match ban for a high tackle during his side's Round 25 win over the Warriors.
Blake Taaffe is nearing a return after suffering a syndesmosis injury in the middle of the year.
Bronson Xerri has been issued with a one-game ban for dangerous contact in Round 26. He will return in the first week of finals.
Kurt Mann has been ruled out for the rest of the campaign after suffering a fractured clavicle in the win over the Warriors in Round 25.
Blake Wilson has been sidelined for the rest of the season after suffering an ankle fracture and syndesmosis injury in the NSW Cup.
Ryan Sutton suffered a knee injury upon his return to action via the NSW Cup in Round 17 and will miss the rest of the season.
Karl Oloapu will miss the entire season with a serious neck injury.
CRONULLA SHARKS
| PLAYER | ISSUE | RETURN |
|---|---|---|
| Sifa Talakai | Calf | Round 27 |
| Ronaldo Mulitalo | Knee | Round 27 |
| Jesse Ramien | Suspension | Round 27 |
| Jesse Colquhoun | Knee | 2025 |
| Kade Dykes | Knee | 2025 |
| Max Bradbury | Knee | 2025 |
| Dale Finucane | Medical | Retired |
Sharks injury news:
Sifa Talakai was ruled out of Round 25 and 26 after struggling with calf tightness but could return this week after being included in the extended squad.
Ronaldo Mulitalo dropped out of his side's lineup ahead of their Round 25 clash with the Dragons due to a knee issue but is back on deck this week.
Jesse Ramien has served a one-match ban for a high tackle during his side's Round 25 win over the Dragons.
Jesse Colquhoun ruptured his ACL in Round 19 and will miss the rest of the season, in what was his first appearance for the Sharks this year after overcoming a foot problem.
Kade Dykes has been ruled out for the rest of the campaign after struggling with a knee injury.
Dale Finucane suffered a fractured eye socket in Round 3 in what proved to be his final game in the NRL, as he announced his retirement ahead of Round 8.
DOLPHINS
| PLAYER | ISSUE | RETURN |
|---|---|---|
| Josh Kerr | Concussion | TBC |
| Kodi Nikorima | Concussion | Round 27 |
| Jesse Bromwich | Concussion | Round 27 |
| Euan Aitken | Pectoral | 2025 |
| Tom Flegler | Shoulder | 2025 |
| Tom Gilbert | Knee | 2025 |
Dolphins injury news:
Josh Kerr was ruled out of Round 26 after suffering a head knock in training and remains sidelined.
Kodi Nikorima failed a HIA during his side's Round 25 clash with the Storm but has been named on the bench in the last round of the regular season.
Jesse Bromwich endured a disappointing homecoming to Melbourne after being ruled out of the Round 25 match due to concussion. The skipper will return for his side's vital clash against the Knights this week.
Euan Aitken suffered a ruptured pec against the Rabbitohs in Round 19 which has ruled him out for the rest of the year.
Tom Flegler will miss the remainder of the season after continuing to struggle with a shoulder issue.
Tom Gilbert suffered a devastating blow in the final trial of the pre-season when he went down with an ACL injury.
GOLD COAST TITANS
| PLAYER | ISSUE | RETURN |
|---|---|---|
| Keano Kini | Leg | Round 27 |
| David Fifita | Ankle | 2025 |
| Phillip Sami | Ankle | 2025 |
| AJ Brimson | Groin | 2025 |
| Tino Fa'asuamaleaui | Knee | 2025 |
Titans injury news:
Keano Kini failed a fitness test ahead of Round 26 after suffering a corked leg but will return this week.
David Fifita's season has come to an end with the backrower booked in for ankle surgery ahead of Round 27.
Phillip Sami was a late withdrawal in Round 26 after being ruled out due to niggling injuries and will not play again this year.
AJ Brimson has been ruled out for the rest of the season after being booked in for groin surgery ahead of Round 26.
Tino Fa'asuamaleaui suffered a ruptured ACL in Round 3 and will miss the remainder of the campaign.
MANLY SEA EAGLES
| PLAYER | ISSUE | RETURN |
|---|---|---|
| Jason Saab | Ankle | Finals |
| Tom Trbojevic | Shoulder | Finals |
| Corey Waddell | Suspension | Finals |
| Aaron Schoupp | Shoulder | 2025 |
| Jake Arthur | Foot | 2025 |
| Aaron Woods | - | Retired |
Sea Eagles injury news:
Jason Saab suffered a high ankle sprain against the Bulldogs in Round 26 and will be assessed on a week-to-week basis with the hope he may return in the finals.
Tom Trbojevic was battered and bruised in Round 26. He corked his shin, split his head open, and also suffered an AC joint injury. The club said he will miss the last regular season game and will be back for the first week finals.
Corey Waddell has copped a two-match ban for a high tackle during his side's loss to the Tigers in Round 25. He will return in the first week of finals.
Aaron Schoupp has been ruled out for the rest of the season after suffering a shoulder injury.
Jake Arthur suffered a stress fracture in his foot and has been ruled out for four months, which effectively ends his season.
MELBOURNE STORM
| PLAYER | ISSUE | RETURN |
|---|---|---|
| Christian Welch | Illness | TBC |
| Ryan Papenhuyzen | Leg | TBC |
| Xavier Coates | Hamstring | Round 27- Finals |
| Bronson Garlick | Back | Indefinite |
| Marion Seve | Ankle | 2025 |
| Jonah Pezet | Knee | 2025 |
Storm injury news:
Christian Welch dropped off the bench in Round 27 for his side's clash against the Broncos due to illness.
Ryan Papenhuyzen suffered a lower leg cork in Round 26 and will miss at least one week.
Xavier Coates suffered a hamstring injury in the closing stages of his side's win over the Raiders in Round 17 but could finally return this week after being named in the extended squad.
Bronson Garlick failed to finish the match in Round 18 after being sidelined with a back injury and remains out.
Marion Seve suffered a syndesmosis injury against the Cowboys in Round 26 and has been ruled out for the season.
Jonah Pezet suffered an ACL injury while playing in reserve grade and has been ruled out for the remainder of the year.
NEWCASTLE KNIGHTS
| PLAYER | ISSUE | RETURN |
|---|---|---|
| Tyson Gamble | Hand | Round 27 |
| Tyson Frizell | Concussion | Round 27 |
| Kai Pearce-Paul | Leg | Round 27 |
| Jacob Saifiti | Calf | Finals |
| Enari Tuala | Calf | Indefinite |
Knights injury news:
Tyson Gamble suffered an injured hand in Round 24 but is set to return ahead of schedule this week via the bench.
Tyson Frizell was ruled out of his side's Round 25 game against the Rabbitohs after suffering a head knock. The veteran backrower has been named to return this week.
Kai Pearce-Paul suffered a laceration to his leg early on during his side's clash against the Bunnies in Round 25. He could return this week after being named in the extended squad.
Jacob Saifiti pulled up lame with a calf injury during his team's warm-up in Round 22 and remains out.
Enari Tuala limped off during Newcastle's win over Canberra in Round 18 with a calf tear and remains out indefinitely.
NEW ZEALAND WARRIORS
| PLAYER | ISSUE | RETURN |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson Ford | Knee | 2025 |
| Te Maire Martin | Neck | 2025 |
| Rocco Berry | Shoulder | 2025 |
| Roger Tuivasa-Sheck | Concussion | 2025 |
| Adam Pompey | Knee | 2025 |
| Tohu Harris | Wrist | 2025 |
Warriors injury news:
Jackson Ford suffered a knee injury during his side's Round 21 win over the Tigers and will not play again this year.
Te Maire Martin suffered a neck issue in Round 23 and has been ruled out for the rest of the campaign.
Rocco Berry suffered a shoulder injury during his side's clash against Melbourne in Round 15 and will not play again this season.
Roger Tuivasa-Sheck has played his last game for 2025 after suffering a head knock in Round 25. He showed clear concussion symptoms and was brought off for the remainder of the match.
Adam Pompey suffered a knee injury in the same match as RTS' head knock and has been ruled out for the Warriors' last game.
Tohu Harris dropped out of the Round 18 clash against the Dogs after continuing to suffer with a wrist issue. The veteran forward has since had surgery which has prematurely ended his season.
NORTH QUEENSLAND COWBOYS
| PLAYER | ISSUE | RETURN |
|---|---|---|
| Kulikefu Finefeuiaki | Hand | Round 27 |
| Jamayne Taunoa-Brown | Achilles | Indefinite |
| Jake Granville | Pectoral | 2025 |
| Zac Laybutt | Knee | 2025 |
| Coen Hess | Knee | 2025 |
Cowboys injury news:
Kulikefu Finefeuiaki dropped out of the side ahead of Round 26 after suffering a hand injury but could return this week after being included in the extended squad.
Jamayne Taunoa-Brown suffered an Achilles injury last year and remains out indefinitely.
Jake Granville suffered a pec injury in his team's win over the Tigers in Round 22 which will be his final game in Cowboys colours.
Zac Laybutt suffered an ACL tear against the Titans in Round 5, which will see him miss the remainder of the season.
Coen Hess suffered an ACL injury in his side's final trial match against Canberra. He will be sidelined for the season.
PARRAMATTA EELS
| PLAYER | ISSUE | RETURN |
|---|---|---|
| Sean Russell | Illness | Round 27 |
| Wiremu Greig | Suspension | Round 27 |
| Ryan Matterson | Ribs | 2025 |
| Dan Keir | Concussion | 2025 |
| J'maine Hopgood | Back | 2025 |
| Junior Paulo | Foot | 2025 |
| Charlie Guymer | Ankle | 2025 |
| Mitch Moses | Biceps | 2025 |
| Bailey Simonsson | Knee | 2025 |
Eels injury news:
Sean Russell missed last week's game due to illness but has been named to return on the wing against the Tigers.
Wiremu Greig has served a two-game ban for a high shot in Round 24.
Ryan Matterson has been ruled out for the rest of the year after missing the last month of the season with a rib issue.
Dan Keir will miss the final game of the season after suffering a concussion in Round 26.
J'maine Hopgood has been ruled out for up to three months after undergoing surgery on a lower back injury and will not return this season.
Junior Paulo suffered a Lisfranc injury in his right foot during his side's Round 18 loss to the Bunnies.
Charlie Guymer suffered an ankle injury in Round 19 and will miss the remainder of the campaign.
Mitch Moses suffered a ruptured biceps during Origin III, which has ruled him out for the rest of the season.
Bailey Simonsson suffered an ACL injury which will see him miss the remainder of the year.
Richard Penisini will miss the entirety of the campaign after suffering an ACL injury in pre-season training, while Arthur Miller-Stephen has also been ruled out for the season with a knee injury.
PENRITH PANTHERS
| PLAYER | ISSUE | RETURN |
|---|---|---|
| Scott Sorensen | Hamstring | Round 27 |
| Nathan Cleary | Shoulder | Finals |
| Jack Cole | Leg | 2025 |
Panthers injury news:
Scott Sorensen lasted a matter of minutes before exiting against the Eels in Round 23 with a hamstring problem. The backrower has been named to return this week.
Nathan Cleary came off the field against the Storm in Round 24 with a shoulder injury which is expected to keep him out until the finals.
Jack Cole suffered a leg injury following a hip-drop tackle in the NSW Cup and will not play again this year.
SOUTH SYDNEY RABBITOHS
| PLAYER | ISSUE | RETURN |
|---|---|---|
| Jack Wighton | Calf | 2025 |
| Shaq Mitchell | Calf | 2025 |
| Cameron Murray | Suspension | 2025 |
| Latrell Mitchell | Foot | 2025 |
| Alex Johnston | Achilles | 2025 |
| Jai Arrow | Shoulder | 2025 |
| Campbell Graham | Sternum | 2025 |
| Isaiah Tass | Ankle | 2025 |
| Lachlan Ilias | Leg | 2025 |
| Tevita Tatola | Foot | 2025 |
Bunnies injury news:
Jack Wighton was taken off late on in the game during Round 26 after being hampered by a calf issue. He will not play in the club's last game of the season against the Roosters.
Shaq Mitchell has been ruled out for the rest of the year after sustaining a calf issue in Round 25.
Cameron Murray copped a three-match ban ahead of Round 26 after failing at the judiciary to downgrade a high tackle charge. The skipper will miss the rest of the season.
Latrell Mitchell suffered a foot injury during his side's Round 18 win over the Eels and was eventually ruled out for the rest of the campaign.
Alex Johnston suffered a ruptured Achilles tendon against the Raiders in Round 21. He will be sidelined for between six and nine months.
Jai Arrow will miss the remainder of the season after undergoing surgery for a shoulder injury.
Campbell Graham missed the first five months of the campaign after suffering a sternum injury and will not play this year.
Isaiah Tass will miss the remainder of the season after undergoing surgery on his ankle.
Lachlan Ilias suffered a fractured leg while playing in the NSW Cup and will not play again this season.
Tevita Tatola isn't expected to return this year after fracturing his foot earlier in the season.
ST GEORGE ILLAWARRA DRAGONS
| PLAYER | ISSUE | RETURN |
|---|---|---|
| Christian Tuipulotu | Hamstring | TBC |
| Hame Sele | Medical | TBC |
| Jacob Liddle | Personal | Round 27 |
| Moses Suli | Knee | Round 27 |
| Kyle Flanagan | Suspension | Finals |
| Ryan Couchman | Knee | 2025 |
| Sione Finau | Hamstring | 2025 |
| Ben Murdoch-Masila | Foot | 2025 |
| Corey Allan | Knee | 2025 |
| Cody Ramsey | Illness | 2025 |
Dragons injury news:
Christian Tuipulotu was a late withdrawal in Round 26 after succumbing to a hamstring injury and remains out.
Hame Sele was hospitalised after struggling with chest pain and shortness of breath against the Dogs in Round 23.
Jacob Liddle missed his side's Round 26 clash against the Eels due to attending the birth of his child but will return this week.
Moses Suli suffered a knee injury in the second half of his side's loss to the Dogs in Round 23 but has been named to return this week.
Kyle Flanagan will not play again this season unless the Dragons qualify for the finals after copping a lengthy ban for a bite on Stephen Crichton in Round 23.
Ryan Couchman has been ruled out for the rest of the year after suffering a knee injury in Round 26.
Ben Murdoch-Masila has been ruled out for the rest of the season after he suffered a Lisfranc injury in Round 21.
Corey Allan went down in training on the same day as Ronald Volkman's exit news came out with the former Queensland representative suffering an ACL injury which has ruled him out for the year.
Cody Ramsey won't feature in 2024 as he continues to battle with illness.
SYDNEY ROOSTERS
| PLAYER | ISSUE | RETURN |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel Tupou | TBC | TBC |
| Nat Butcher | Concussion | TBC |
| Joseph Suaalii | Neck | Round 27 |
| Jared Waerea-Hagreaves | Suspension | Finals |
| Billy Smith | Ankle | Indefinite |
| Victor Radley | Shoulder | Indefinite |
| Brandon Smith | Knee | 2025 |
| Sam Walker | Knee | 2025 |
| Egan Butcher | Knee | 2025 |
Roosters injury news:
Daniel Tupou has not been named for the Roosters in their last game of the regular season due to a yet to be specified reason.
Nat Butcher copped a head knock in Round 26 and will miss at least one match.
Joseph Suaalii was taken off against the Titans with a neck issue in Round 25 but will return this week.
Jared Waerea-Hagreaves has copped a three-game ban for a high tackle in Round 25. He will miss the remaining two games of the regular season along with the club's first finals match.
Billy Smith injured his ankle while playing NSW Cup earlier in the season and is sidelined indefinitely after requiring surgery.
Victor Radley suffered a fracture to his left scapula in Round 26 and isn't expected to play again this season.
Brandon Smith suffered a knee injury in Round 26 with the club ruling him out for the rest of the year.
Sam Walker was taken from the field with a serious knee injury against the Raiders in Round 26 with the club later confirming the halfback suffered a ruptured ACL.
Egan Butcher suffered a knee injury during his side's win over the Raiders in Round 12. The forward ruptured his ACL and will miss the remainder of the year.
WESTS TIGERS
| PLAYER | ISSUE | RETURN |
|---|---|---|
| Aidan Sezer | Shoulder | 2025 |
| Starford To'a | Hamstring | 2025 |
| Adam Doueihi | Knee | 2025 |
| Jahream Bula | Shoulder | 2025 |
| Justin Olam | Knee | 2025 |
Tigers injury news:
Aidan Sezer suffered a shoulder injury against the Sea Eagles in Round 25 and will not play again this year.
Luke Laulilii is available for selection in Round 27 after returning from a head knock that he suffered in Round 24.
Starford To'a will not play again this season after suffering a hamstring injury in Round 21.
Adam Doueihi will not return this season with the club managing his workload as he returns from the third ACL injury of his career.
Jahream Bula has been ruled out for the rest of the season after suffering a shoulder injury in Round 23.
Justin Olam will miss the rest of the season after he was booked in for surgery on both of his knees after Round 22.